McKeown Medical
167 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4SQ
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections
Relfydess Injections in Glasgow
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are a next-generation toxin designed to soften expression lines while preserving natural movement. Derived from a different strain of Clostridium botulinum, early clinical trials suggest results may be visible in one to three days and last up to six months for many patients, making it a valuable option for those who find traditional wrinkle relaxing injections wear off too quickly.
Used selectively following detailed consultation, Relfydess delivers results that remain subtle, balanced, and appropriate for each face.
Relfydess Injections in Glasgow
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are a next-generation toxin designed to soften expression lines while preserving natural movement. Derived from a different strain of Clostridium botulinum, early clinical trials suggest results may be visible in one to three days and last up to six months for many patients, making it a valuable option for those who find traditional wrinkle relaxing injections wear off too quickly.
Used selectively following detailed consultation, Relfydess delivers results that remain subtle, balanced, and appropriate for each face.
Treatment Details
At a glance
Every patient is unique, and during our consultation process, we work with you to develop a bespoke treatment plan based on what you want to achieve.
Duration
15 minutes
Anaesthetic
None
Downtime
None
Length of results
Up to 6 months
Pricing
From £210 for one area
Patient Testimonials
Hear from our patients about their experience of wrinkle relaxing injections at McKeown Medical.
A New Generation of Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Relfydess Overview
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are used to soften expression lines in the upper face, including the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes. Small, precisely placed amounts of botulinum toxin temporarily reduce muscle activity, smoothing lines while preserving natural movement and expression.
What sets Relfydess apart is its formulation. Derived from a different strain of botulinum toxin, early clinical trial data suggest a faster onset and longer duration of effect, with around 75 percent of patients continuing to see visible improvement at six months. McKeown Medical was one of the early UK clinics to adopt Relfydess, introducing it primarily for patients whose results from previous wrinkle relaxing injections had been short-lived or inconsistent.
Choosing Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are well suited to patients seeking subtle, natural-looking results with improved longevity, particularly those who have found previous treatments wear off more quickly than expected. The extended duration reported in early clinical data can mean fewer top-up appointments throughout the year.
Relfydess is most often used to soften lines across the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes. Suitability is always assessed during consultation, with skin quality, muscle strength, and overall facial balance reviewed before any treatment is recommended.
How Relfydess Fits Into a Wider Treatment Plan
Relfydess shares the same core mechanism as other wrinkle relaxing injections, working by temporarily reducing muscle activity to soften expression lines. Each toxin on the market has its own profile, and the right choice for any patient depends on individual factors discussed during consultation. In every case, results depend far more on careful assessment, planning, and injector experience than on the product itself.
Relfydess is often used alongside dermal fillers, skin treatments, or laser procedures to address volume loss and skin quality. Where appropriate, filler can help restore contour and support facial balance as part of a broader, personalised rejuvenation plan tailored to each patient.
Our Experience with Relfydess in Practice
Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections have transformed the way we treat facial ageing, particularly in the upper face. By carefully placing small amounts of botulinum toxin into specific muscles, we can soften the appearance of lines and restore a more relaxed expression.
Relfydess, our newest generation of anti-wrinkle treatment, is derived from a different strain of the botulinum bacteria, and early clinical trial data suggest it offers longer-lasting results than traditional products. In clinical trials, around 75% of patients were still seeing visible improvement at six months. As one of the first clinics in the UK to work with the new product, including carrying out our own clinical trials in practice, we decided to incorporate it into our practice early, particularly as an option for patients who have had poor results with previous toxins.
The only negative effect we have seen from Relfydess Wrinkle Injections so far is that it seems to be a little more painful on injection. The needle calibre is the same, so the initial pin prick feels the same, but there is a sting as the drug is injected under the skin. If the longevity is as good as indicated by the trial data, then this might be a worthwhile price for the enhanced duration of effect.
Because Results Matter
The change after Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections is typically subtle rather than dramatic. Expression lines across the forehead, between the brows, and around the eyes soften, while natural movement is preserved so the face still looks like itself, only more rested. Most patients begin to notice results within one to three days, with the full effect settling over the following week and lasting up to six months in many cases. Individual outcomes vary depending on anatomy, muscle strength, and how the treatment is planned.
Watch how we do this treatment
Watch a wrinkle relaxing treatment in action at McKeown Medical.
Patient Reviews
Hear from our patients about their experience at McKeown Medical.
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The best place for the best advice and the best service. Friendly, knowledgeable and professional.
A McKeown Medical patient November 2023
The whole experience was fabulous. My phone consultation was very knowledgeable and friendly and everyone in the office was so welcoming. I’ll definitely be back.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
I saw Dr Rhona Cameron who I have seen before. She is very welcoming and has a lovely manner. She is easy to talk to and I am very pleased with the results.
A McKeown Medical patient November 2023
Made me feel really calm and relaxed and staff from reception and treatment room were so pleasant and very professional.
Dr Darren was amazing. Made me so comfortable and so so pleasant. Such a lovely guy! Highly recommend, absolutely delighted so far – although, as advised, a bit swollen! Thank you so much.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
From start to finish the team and Dr Darren were so welcoming and professional. Everything was explained clearly and the results are more than I could have hoped for.
A McKeown Medical patient April 2024
I am delighted with the subtle changes that have made such a difference to my face giving me so much more confidence. Dr Darren is one of the very best so I had total trust in what he was doing. Every member of staff make you feel at ease, they are all so lovely and friendly.
A McKeown Medical patient March 2024
Dr Rhona was lovely and put me at ease before and during the treatment. I was well informed of my options prior to treatment taking place and aftercare was explained thoroughly too. Will definitely be revisiting soon.
A McKeown Medical patient March 2024
Dr Rhona was particularly kind and sensitive to my needs and her care is very patient centred.
A McKeown Medical patient October 2023
Are you ready to start your consultation?
Finding the right treatment for you is the most important factor in ensuring that you are on the correct path to achieve the results you desire. Our pre-consultation form helps us to identify your needs and, ultimately, gets you on the right path to achieving your optimal results.
How it Works
Step 1: Initial Consultation
Your consultation focuses on understanding your concerns, facial movement, and medical history. We assess suitability and discuss whether Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are the most appropriate option for your goals.
Step 2: Treatment Planning & Preparation
A bespoke plan is created by analysing muscle activity at rest and during expression, with injection points and dosing carefully selected to soften lines while maintaining balance, symmetry, and natural movement. The skin is then cleansed and precise injection sites marked. No anaesthetic is required, and preparation is designed to be quick while ensuring accuracy and comfort throughout the procedure.
Step 3: Treatment
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are administered using ultra-fine needles. The procedure typically takes around 15 minutes, with most patients experiencing only mild, short-lived discomfort.
Step 4: Recovery & Follow-Up
There is no downtime, and normal activities can be resumed immediately. Results appear within days and continue to develop over two weeks. Follow-up is available to assess and refine outcomes if required.
Pricing
Your treatment plan will be tailored to your individual needs and the results you are looking to achieve. Despite its enhanced longevity, Relfydess is available at the same price as our classic wrinkle treatments.
Relfydess - one area
Dr Darren McKeown
£235
Associate doctors
£210
Relfydess - two areas
Dr Darren McKeown
£310
Associate doctors
£260
Relfydess - three areas
Dr Darren McKeown
£360
Associate doctors
£310
Dr Darren McKeown
Associate doctors
Relfydess - one area
£235
£210
Relfydess - two areas
£310
£260
Relfydess - three areas
£360
£310
Popular areas we treat with wrinkle-relaxing injections
A patient before and after treatment at McKeown Medical.
Benefits of Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections are used to soften dynamic lines caused by repeated muscle movement. Treatment commonly targets frown lines, forehead lines, crow’s feet, mouth corners, and selected neck concerns. In patients where muscle activity combines with volume loss, filler treatments may restore balance.
The benefits of Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections include smoother skin, a more relaxed appearance, and preservation of natural facial movement. Many patients also experience a faster onset and longer-lasting results than traditional wrinkle relaxing injections, reducing the need for frequent repeat treatments.
Treatment of mild frown lines.
Frown Lines
The frown lines are one of the most commonly treated areas using wrinkle relaxing injections.
The muscles that we use to frown also depress the brow. By relaxing them and preventing that effect, we can simultaneously lift the brow, making the eyes look more open and awake
Treatment of forehead lines.
Forehead
The forehead is another area that is commonly treated with wrinkle-relaxing injections.
The forehead muscle, the frontalis, is the only muscle we have for lifting the brow. If we relax it completely, it will cause the brow to drop. It is therefore important to only treat a section of the forehead muscle with anti-wrinkle injections, leaving enough muscle movement to support the brow. Achieving this is a delicate balance and is dependent on the skill and experience of your doctor.
In some cases, where there is significant excess skin and heavy, hooded upper eyelids, it is best not to perform anti-wrinkle treatments on the forehead at all.
Treatment of crow's feet using a combination of wrinkle relaxing injections and cheek filler
Crow's Feet
Crow’s feet can be effectively treated with a wrinkle-relaxing treatment.
This works especially well for women in their 30s and 40s. When we get into our 50s, however, the muscles around the eyes become very hyper-expressive, compounded by loss of volume from and descent of the cheek.
Our preferred way of addressing this issue is to combine wrinkle relaxing injections with some filler in the cheek. This not only improves the reduction of crows’ feet, but can also help to increase the time between repeat treatments by using a combination approach.
A patient before and after treatment at McKeown Medical.
Mouth Corners
The depressor anguli ori (or DAO for short) is a muscle that goes from the corner of the mouth down towards the jaw.
Talking, eating, and certain facial expressions cause it to contract, which pulls the corners of the mouth downward. Relaxing it with anti-wrinkle injections has the opposite effect; it elevates the corner of the mouth. This can be quite a difficult effect to achieve and is best suited to younger patients with fine lines.
Lip fillers and fillers for lipstick lines are another way to focus on the mouth area.
A patient before and after treatment at McKeown Medical.
Neck
The superficial muscle of the neck, the platysma, usually contracts to pull the neck and lower face downwards. Treating the neck with wrinkle-relaxing injections can help to relax these thick bands, as well as relieve the negative pull on the lower face and neck.
This is not an anti-wrinkle treatment that is suitable for everyone. It is best suited to younger patients who have a thin neck.
Other options are CoolSculpting and a non-surgical facelift.
Before, During, and After Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Before, During, and After Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Understanding what to expect before, during, and after Relfydess wrinkle relaxing injections helps ensure a smooth experience and optimal results. Each stage of treatment is carefully managed, from consultation and preparation through to aftercare and review.
What To Expect Before Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Before treatment, you will attend a consultation to assess facial movement and suitability. We advise avoiding alcohol and blood-thinning supplements where possible and arriving with clean skin on the day of treatment.
What To Expect During Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
Treatment involves a series of precise injections using ultra-fine needles. The procedure typically takes around 15 minutes, with most patients experiencing only mild, short-lived discomfort during injection.
What To Expect After Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections
There is no downtime after treatment, and normal activities can be resumed immediately. Results begin to appear within a few days, with full effects developing over two weeks as muscle activity gradually relaxes.
Common Questions
How Often Should I Have Anti-Wrinkle Treatments?
With Relfydess, many patients continue to see visible softening of lines for up to six months, significantly longer than traditional wrinkle-relaxing treatments. While muscle movement may gradually return before then, there is often a delay before lines begin to reappear. It’s typically at that stage that a top-up treatment is advised.
Most patients find they only need to have treatment twice a year to maintain their results, making Reflydess a more convenient and longer-lasting option in the long term.
Can they be used with other Fillers?
We often combine Relfydess with other non-surgical treatments, such as hyaluronic acid dermal fillers or targeted laser procedures, to achieve the most natural and balanced results. In many cases, the best outcomes come from a thoughtful combination approach, rather than relying on a single treatment alone.
What Are The Side Effects & Complications?
Treatment with Relfydess is generally very well tolerated. Injections into the upper face are almost pain-free, thanks to the use of ultra-fine needles and skilled technique. Bruising is uncommon, and most patients are able to return to normal activities immediately after treatment.
The most frequently reported side effect is a mild headache, which may affect up to 1 in 10 patients. In most cases, this resolves within a day or two, though occasionally it can persist for longer. These headaches are typically mild and do not usually require any medication.
As with all botulinum toxin treatments, there is a small risk of the product affecting nearby muscles. In the upper face, this can occasionally result in temporary drooping of the eyelid or eyebrow, though such effects are uncommon and usually resolve within a few weeks. When used in the lower face or neck, there is a small risk of temporary weakness in muscles that control the mouth or speech, though these effects are rare and also temporary.
Will my face still move naturally with Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections?
Yes. When carefully planned and precisely delivered, results soften lines while preserving natural expression.
Are Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections suitable for first-time anti-wrinkle patients?
Yes. They can be an excellent option for first-time patients when used conservatively and tailored to individual anatomy.
Can Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections be used preventatively?
Yes. Early treatment can reduce repetitive muscle movement and help slow the development of deeper lines.
Can Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections help soften fine lines as well as deeper wrinkles?
They are most effective for dynamic lines but can significantly soften deeper expression-related wrinkles.
Are Relfydess Wrinkle Relaxing Injections suitable for men?
Yes. When carefully planned and precisely delivered, results soften lines while preserving natural expression.
Your Expert Team
Founder & Medical Director
Dr Darren McKeown
Dr Darren McKeown (GMC 6128508) is renowned for his expertise and artistry with dermal fillers. As a Full Member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM), the UK’s leading professional body for aesthetic medicine doctors, and a peer-reviewed medical author, he is passionate about treatments that stand up to scientific scrutiny. Above all, he genuinely cares about helping each patient feel their most confident, natural self.
Medical Director, Women's Health
Dr Rhona Cameron
Dr Rhona Cameron (GMC 6103281), Medical Director of Women’s Health at McKeown Medical and a University of Glasgow-trained GP, is a skilled injector extensively trained in Dr McKeown’s signature intuitive technique. Her treatments blend advanced facial optimisation with powerful, energy-based devices, such as lasers, BBL, and radio frequency, energising the appearance and enhancing skin health.
Aesthetic Doctor
Dr Sharon Ritchie
Dr Sharon Ritchie (GMC 3617036), MRCGP and a registered GP with over 30 years in medicine, is an aesthetic doctor at McKeown Medical. Sharon trained as a GP and practised between general practice and aesthetic medicine before joining McKeown Medical, where she was trained in the clinic’s unique McKeown Method.
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Founder & Medical Director
Dr Darren McKeown
Dr Darren McKeown (GMC 6128508) is renowned for his expertise and artistry with dermal fillers. As a Full Member of the British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM), the UK’s leading professional body for aesthetic medicine doctors, and a peer-reviewed medical author, he is passionate about treatments that stand up to scientific scrutiny. Above all, he genuinely cares about helping each patient feel their most confident, natural self.
Medical Director, Women's Health
Dr Rhona Cameron
Dr Rhona Cameron (GMC 6103281), Medical Director of Women’s Health at McKeown Medical and a University of Glasgow-trained GP, is a skilled injector extensively trained in Dr McKeown’s signature intuitive technique. Her treatments blend advanced facial optimisation with powerful, energy-based devices, such as lasers, BBL, and radio frequency, energising the appearance and enhancing skin health.
Aesthetic Doctor
Dr Sharon Ritchie
Dr Sharon Ritchie (GMC 3617036), MRCGP and a registered GP with over 30 years in medicine, is an aesthetic doctor at McKeown Medical. Sharon trained as a GP and practised between general practice and aesthetic medicine before joining McKeown Medical, where she was trained in the clinic’s unique McKeown Method.
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